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Bioenergy to Play Pivotal Role in Decarbonising MSMEs: MoS MNRE and Power Shripad Yesso Naik

Bioenergy has moved from the fringes to a strategic pillar of India’s clean energy transition, with a critical role in decarbonising industrial process heat in the MSME sector, said Union Minister of State for New and Renewable Energy and Power, Shripad Yesso Naik, at a national workshop in New Delhi.

Shripad Yesso Naik | January 19, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 459

Per kWh Cost of BESS Has Fallen Steeply: MoS Power

India’s battery storage economics have turned sharply competitive, with BESS tariffs falling to about INR 2.1/kWh through competitive bidding for 2 cycles daily from about INR 10.18/kWh in 2022-23, stated Minister of State for Power Shripad Yesso Naik. VGF support, transmission waivers, and PLI-led domestic manufacturing can push it further down.

Shripad Yesso Naik | December 16, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 1194

NISE, Toyota Kirloskar Motor Sign MoU to Advance Green Hydrogen Mobility in India

National Institute of Solar Energy and Toyota Kirloskar Motor have signed an MoU to advance green hydrogen mobility in India through real-world testing of the Toyota Mirai Fuel-Cell Electric Vehicles across diverse Indian conditions.

Shripad Yesso Naik | December 12, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 767

Power Minister Manohar Lal Commences COD of Third 250 MW Unit of Tehri Variable PSP

THDC India has begun commercial operations of the third 250 MW unit of the 1,000 MW Tehri Variable Speed Pumped Storage Plant, with Power Minister Manohar Lal inaugurating the COD virtually.

Shripad Yesso Naik | December 10, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 670

PM-KUSUM Achieves 9,466 MW, 19 Lakh Farmers Benefit Across India

The scheme has released INR 7,089 crore, prioritises small farmers, and expands solar irrigation and grid-connected projects nationwide, including strong uptake in Jharkhand.

Shripad Yesso Naik | December 09, 2025 | By EI News Network | 1154

Grid Connectivity Revoked for 6.3 GW RE Projects Over Developer Delays

Since 2022, Central Transmission Utility of India Ltd. (CTUIL) has revoked grid access for 24 renewable energy projects totaling 6.3 GW due to developer delays, while transmission infrastructure remains on track to support national clean energy targets.

Shripad Yesso Naik | December 09, 2025 | By EI News Network | 809

Rooftop Solar Installations Under PM Surya Ghar Yojana Reaches 23.96 Lakh Households

India has achieved nearly 24 percent of its one-crore rooftop solar target under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, with 23.96 lakh households already equipped with solar systems, stated Union Minister of State for New and Renewable Energy Shripad Yesso Naik.

Shripad Yesso Naik | December 09, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 1176

India’s Installed Power Capacity Hits 5.05 Lakh MW as Non-Fossil Sources Take Lead

India’s installed power capacity has hit 5.05 lakh MW, with non-fossil fuels overtaking fossil sources for the first time, reflecting strong policy support and accelerating progress toward the 2030 clean energy target.

Shripad Yesso Naik | December 04, 2025 | By EI News Network | 1859

PSPs Crucial for Storing Surplus Green Power, Identified Potential Stands at 224 GW: Power Minister

India has mapped a massive 224 GW of pumped storage potential, with 7 GW already running, 12 GW under construction, and 78 GW advancing through planning. PSPs can play a critical role by storing surplus green power and meeting electricity demand during non-solar hours, emphasised Union Power Minister Manohar Lal.

Shripad Yesso Naik | November 18, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 770

Odisha to host Global Energy Leaders’ Summit in December

The Odisha Energy Department has announced the Global Energy Leaders’ Summit (GELS) 2025, to be held in Puri from December 5–7, themed “Powering India: Sufficiency, Balance, Innovation,” focusing on reliable power, sustainability, and sector-wide innovation.

Shripad Yesso Naik | November 14, 2025 | By News Bureau | 1092